Thundergut Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Thundergut Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00688 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Division of Fish & Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thundergut Pond Dam?
Thundergut Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thundergut Pond Dam?
Thundergut Pond Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thundergut Pond Dam built?
Thundergut Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Thundergut Pond Dam?
Thundergut Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thundergut Pond Dam?
Thundergut Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Thundergut Pond Dam last inspected?
Thundergut Pond Dam was last inspected on August 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.